The Bear River Massacre Site near Preston is a National Historic Landmark and place of remembrance for the Northwestern Shoshone people killed in the 1863 attack on their winter village.
Plan your visit
US Highway 91, Preston, Idaho 83263
- Admission
- Free
- Hours
- Confirm current opening times
- Parking
- Limited Parking
- Restrooms
- Varies
- Access
- Limited Accessibility
- Setting
- Outdoor · All Ages · Year-Round
- Food available
- Nearby
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🌳 Amenities & Features
- 📚 Important Idaho history
- 🪶 Northwestern Shoshone heritage
- 🪧 Interpretive signs
- 🌾 Outdoor remembrance site
- 🎓 Educational family stop
💡 Good to Know
- The site addresses a tragic and violent historical event and may be emotionally difficult for younger children. Families may want to discuss the history before visiting.
Listing review date: 2026-10-15. Unconfirmed details remain noted in this listing.